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[ September 7, 2026 ] You Don’t Have to Take Your RV Back to the Dealer for Every Repair RV Shop Talk
[ September 5, 2026 ] RV Drum Brakes vs. DeeMaxx Disc Brakes – What’s the Difference? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
[ September 4, 2026 ] Storing Your RV for Winter? Don’t Forget the Refrigerator Appliance Repairs
[ September 2, 2026 ] RV Repair Shop vs. RV Dealer – Where Should You Take Your RV for Service? RV Shop Talk
[ August 31, 2026 ] RV Roof Leaks in Winter – What Every RV Owner Should Check Roof Repairs & Maintenance
[ August 30, 2026 ] When Is the Best Time to Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
[ August 29, 2026 ] Why Upgrade Your RV to DeeMaxx Disc Brakes? Disc Brakes DeeMaxx
[ August 28, 2026 ] RV Slide-Outs During Winter – Should You Store Them In or Out? Slide-Out Systems & Components
[ August 27, 2026 ] Is Your Grand Design Solera Awning Affected by NHTSA Recall 22V-603? Uncategorized
[ August 27, 2026 ] Urgent Recall: Grand Design RV Propane Quick Disconnect 24V-861 RV Recalls

Quick Reminder for Towable RV Owners: Don’t Forget to Close Your Tailgate Before Taking Off

May 12, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off

We recently had a customer share photos in one of our RV Facebook groups showing impact damage caused by accidentally leaving the truck tailgate down while towing. Unfortunately, this is a more common mistake than […]

Travel Trailer Front Cap Replacement — Restore Your Camper’s Protection

January 25, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off

The front cap of your travel trailer is more than just cosmetic—it protects your RV from road debris, weather, and water intrusion. Over time, exposure to the elements or minor accidents can cause cracks, dents, […]

Front Cap Replacement and RV Repair — Protect Your Investment

January 25, 2026 California RV Specialists Comments Off

The front cap of your RV is one of the most important components protecting your camper from the elements. Over time, exposure to weather, road debris, or accidents can cause cracks, dents, or water damage. […]

Forest River RV Impression Fifth Wheels

October 3, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

We specialize in doing repairs, maintenance, minor paint and body repairs and servicing Forest River RV units. For most people, their Forest River RV will be the second largest purchase of their life besides their […]

RV Paint & Body Repairs – California RV Specialists in Lodi, CA

September 19, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Searching for the best RV paint and body repairs near me? Look no further than California RV Specialists in Lodi, California. Since 2003, our team has been trusted by RV owners across the Central Valley […]

RV Insurance Repairs — Let California RV Specialists Take the Hassle Out of the Claims Process

July 21, 2025 California RV Specialists Comments Off

When accidents happen on the road — whether it’s a tire blowout, storm damage, or an unexpected impact — you want an RV repair team that not only knows how to fix the problem but […]

What is under my RV’s J-metal?

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

Have you ever wondered how your RV was constructed? In this video, I show you what is behind your RV’s J-metal (sometimes called J-wrap). Knowing more about how your RV is constructed can help you […]

Rear RV Wall Impact Damage

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

In the video below see rear wall impact damage, we are looking at one of our customer’s RVs. They recently clipped the rear wall on their Grand Design Reflection. Check out the repairs we made, […]

RV Front cap replacement

December 13, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

This is a real unit, with a real problem, and it’s in our real shop. This series was created in hopes of helping you better understand your unit and how to best maintain it. This […]

What it’s like to repair bullet damage to an RV

December 11, 2023 California RV Specialists Comments Off

There could be several reasons why someone might shoot an RV with a bullet, though I must emphasize that such actions are illegal, dangerous, and morally wrong. Shooting at an RV or any other property […]